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Ammon Nelson Law recognizes the unique characteristics and varying goals of each individual case, and provides customized, comprehensive and results driven legal services in the areas of divorce, custody, guardianship, personal injury, trusts, wills, and other civil litigation. Legal disputes can cause emotional, psychological, and even physical side effects which ultimately negatively affect a legal case. Ammon Nelson Law builds and maintains strategic partnerships with professionals from a variety of industries to ensure each case becomes the first step toward a healthy and well-balanced life for the client.

Monday, December 9, 2013

The two goals for Christmas
shopping: 1. get all the items on your list and 2. save money. Sometimes it may
feel like you cannot get the items on your family's wish lists without spending
more than you can afford. But it is definitely possible to get the items you
want without breaking the bank. Here are some great holiday shopping tips.

Amazon Lightning Deals

Amazon offers new deals on a
variety of items every day. The trick to getting the best value is to check it
often and be aware of the items you need and when the deal begins. Once the
deal begins the item could sell out at any time. You definitely don't want to
wait to add the item to your cart and purchase it.

If you miss the deal on the item
you want, you may still have a chance to get the item at the Lightning Deal
price if you get on the waitlist. It is possible that someone has added the
item to their cart and then ends up not purchasing it. If you are next on the
waitlist you may be the one who snags that item! Amazon.com

Amazon

Besides the Lightning Deals, Amazon
is just a great way to purchase the items on your shopping list anyway. Amazon
sellers change the prices of their items often, usually to match the prices
offered by other retailers. But make sure you work quickly. You never know if
the item will sell out, or how long the low price will last. If you see an
amazing price on something on your list, don't wait, buy it! Amazon.com

Groupon

Groupon is a fantastic way to save
on those gifts that you can't necessarily purchase at a store.Groupon offers deals on events and
activities, deals for kids, deals on travel, automotive deals, etc. All you
need to do is set up an account, look for the deals available on their site,
and start saving money! They also even have a page devoted to coupons you can
use to shop online that can also help you save money when you are buying your
Christmas gifts. Go to Groupon.com.

Price Match at Walmart

Sometimes the prices at the store
just cannot be beat, even by online sellers. When this is the case it is of
course better to get it at the store. If the item you are looking for is sold
out at the original store where it is sold, you can take the ad to a Walmart
and if they carry the item in their store, they will match the sale price of
the item! For a complete understanding of their price match policy you can
visit http://corporate.walmart.com/ad-match-guarantee.

A few other tips:

It is a good idea to add the
regular price of the items you want to purchase to your shopping list. That way
when you see a sale price you will know just how good that sale price is. Many
times ads can make you think that you are getting a good price when really you
may only be saving a dollar or two from the original price of an item.

Make your shopping list as soon as
you can. The sooner you have the list the sooner you can be watching for good
deals. Then you can get the best prices as they become available and you are
not stuck shopping on Christmas Eve or missing shipping deadlines when shopping
online.

It can take a little bit of extra
time to ensure you get good deals and save money when buying the items on your
Christmas list, but with that little bit of extra effort, you can help make the
holidays a happy time for you both you and your family.

Friday, November 22, 2013

There are a lot of fun family activities coming up in the Ogden area for the holidays. It is shaping up to be quite the holiday season here! We hope you have time to check out some of these activities and enjoy time with your loved ones.

On Saturday, November 23rd, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Peery's Egyptian Theater in Ogden, there will be a performance of "Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical" Direct from Broadway Film starring David Hasselhoff. The cost for general admission is $12 for adults, $9 for student/teacher/senior/military, and $7 for children under 12. Go here for more information.

Beginning on Wednesday, November 27th, from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm is the Christmas Tree Jubilee in Ogden. This is a free event for everyone! There will be Christmas Trees to purchase and free live entertainment. Go here for more information.

Also at the Peery's Egyptian Theater in Ogden, on Friday, November 29th, there will be a Ryan Shupe & The RubberBand Christmas Concertfrom 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The cost for reserved seating in advance is: $18 for adults and $15 for students/senior/military/teacher/child (w/ID). The cost day-of will be $23 for adults and $20 for students/senior/teacher/child. More information can be found here.

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The Holiday Electric Parade in Ogden
begins at 5:30 pm of November 30th. The parade will go south on
Washington Boulevard starting from 22nd Street to 28th Street. And
at the end of the parade (about 6:30 pm), Santa will turn on the lights
of the Christmas Village at the Municipal Gardens! Go here for more information.

And on November 30, at 7:30 pm there will be a screening of the 1947
classic, Miracle on 34th Street at thePeery's Egyptian Theater in Ogden. Cost is $6 for general admission, or $5
with a food donation. More information can be found here.

Also on November 30, the Ziegfeld Theatre on Washington Boulevard will be presenting "Twas The Night Before Christmas." 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Prices are $15 for adult, and $12 for children/students. more information can be found here.

Monday, November 18, 2013

The holidays are fast approaching. Naturally, people shift their focus away from conflict, and
narrow in on their family and loved ones during this time of the year. The same shift occurs
in the legal field as potential clients think less about litigation and more about the people who
are most important to them. For that reason, I am focusing this article on protecting those
most important assets in our lives, our loved ones.

When I ask people if they have an estate plan, most people ask me what an estate plan is. "Is
that like... a trust or a will?" Together with not knowing what exactly an estate plan is, most
people I speak with do not think they need a plan until they are old and rich. Let me clarify
what an estate plan is and who should really have an estate plan.

An estate plan consists of several documents which protect different parts of your overall
estate. For example, most basic estate plans will include a trust, a pour-over will, a power of
attorney, and a health care directive. Generally speaking, a trust will protect your property, a
will protects your children, a power of attorney assists you, and a health care directive ensures
your health care needs are cared for properly in the event you are unable to speak for yourself.
I think we can all agree that our most important assets are our children. If you have
minor children, you need an estate plan. As mentioned above,
a will provides for who will care for them and how your children
will be cared for in the event both you and your spouse pass
away. I understand that the thought is almost unthinkable, but imagine if the unthinkable
occurs, and you have left no direction for who should care for your children and how they
should be cared for?

A will can provide for who will take care of your children in the event you and your spouse
are no longer around to do so. Your trust can create trusts with rules to ensure that any assets
and insurance money you leave to provide financially for your children are used properly
to meet your children's needs. By creating an estate plan you can avoid placing your relatives
or close friends in a position where they have to fight over your children.
Your will gives the Court direction on how and who you wanted to care for your children,
so that the Court, which knows little about your children or your relatives,
is not forced to simply make a decision about the custody of your children.
If, for example, you trust the care and up bringing to one relative who is really good
with children, but would prefer your other relative who is a CPA to
handle your children's finances, you can do that. Your preference will
be strongly considered by the Court in determining who cares for your
children if you are no longer able. If you do not leave direction, then
your relatives are left to petition the court and argue over who should
be the caregiver of your children. Why would you ever allow someone
else to decide who cares for your children?

So as we approach the holiday season, consider creating an estate plan to ensure that your most
important assets, your children, are protected in the event the unthinkable occurs.

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Many people may feel overwhelmed by the changes they may
need to make to their lifestyle in order to feel healthy. But most people do
not need to make drastic changes for them to feel better and to achieve overall
wellness. Here are 10 simple tips for overall wellness.

Eat healthy

This is probably nothing new, but just about everyone needs
to be reminded to make healthy food choices. A good way to make sure that you
are getting enough fruits and vegetables is to fill up half of your plate with
them at each meal. That way the meat and bread portion of the meal will only
take up a quarter of the plate each and you will eat less of the higher calorie
foods and more fruits and

veggies.

Of course it is also important for you to avoid eating foods
high in sodium and saturated fat. Staying away from fast foods, most prepared
frozen foods, and many packaged processed foods is a good way for you to avoid
the foods you should not eat.

Eat often

Most people think that the more often they eat, the more
likely they are to not lose weight, and probably gain a few pounds. But eating
about every three hours will actually help your metabolism. Eating three meals
and two snacks per day can help keep your body in a good rhythm and help ensure
that you do not binge on extra calories at dinner or by eating a late night
snack.

Don't eat too fast

During those three meals and two snacks per day it is
important to eat slowly. Shoveling the food into your mouth can cause you to
overeat and give you indigestion. As you eat, you can think about how your food
tastes and concentrate on chewing to help slow down your pace. It can also help
to listen to slow music while you eat. Studies have shown that people who
listen to slow music take only about three bites per minute compared to the
average four bites per minute for people who are not listening to any music.

Exercise

An essential part of
overall wellness is a healthy body. It is important for you to get at least 30
minutes of exercise at least five days a week. The trick to being able to
exercise regularly is for you to choose something you like to do. Walking,
running, swimming, yoga, Pilates, exercise classes, dance classes, basketball,
other sports teams, and using exercise machines at the gym are all great
options for exercise. Exercise not only helps your body be healthier, but it
can also help you reduce stress.

Flexibility

Along with exercise being an important part of overall wellness,
so is flexibility. And just because someone is fit does not mean they are also
flexible. It is important for you to
include stretching with your exercise. Flexibility can help decrease injuries
during physical activity, it can also help a person have less back, neck, and
shoulder pain. Yoga is a great way to increase flexibility and can be an
excellent stress reducer as well.

Checkups

It is important for you to have a checkup with your doctor
at least once a year. As you age, there are certain tests that need to be done
even if you are feeling fine, in order to keep you healthy. Talk to your doctor
to find out what screenings and tests you should have done so that you can
catch a problem early and stay healthy.

Visit your dentist

Going to your dentist is another important check up you
should have at least once a year if not every six months. If bacteria is able
to build up in your mouth it can get into your blood stream and contribute to
problems such as hypertension and diabetes. Getting a cleaning and x-rays can
keep your mouth healthy and help ensure that you can keep your teeth strong and
clean.

Sleep

Sleep is an essential part of overall wellness. Everyone can
attest to the fact that when they have had a bad night's sleep the day
generally does not go very well. And if a person continues to not get enough
sleep their overall health can deteriorate. A lack of the proper amount of
sleep can lead a person to think less clearly and perform tasks at a less than
desirable level.

Falling asleep can be hard for some people. Creating a
bedtime routine can be helpful. This wayyour body knows that it is time to go to sleep. Having the room
completely dark can also be helpful. And turning off the television and any
other electronics an hour before bedtime can assist you in winding down more
easily; so can reading a book or taking a bath. Many people find that using
earplugs or a white noise machine can help them relax and stay asleep once they
fall asleep.

Friends

Having good friends is an important part of overall health.
Everyone needs someone they can talk to, who they can go to when they need
help, and someone they can have fun with. Studies have shown that people who
have good friends are happier people. Friends can be a great source of comfort
during times of sorrow, as well as an excellent source of joy and fun. And you
don't need to have a lot of friends. One or two good friends can be plenty.

Reduce stress

Everybody has many stressors in their life. But to achieve
overall wellness, it is essential that you are able to handle that stress in a
positive way so that it does not bring you down. There are many ways for you to
remove stress; exercise and stretching are great ways for you to let out some
of your built up anxiety and stress and they can help relax your muscles.
Spending time by yourself relaxing can be a great stress reliever. Or you might
enjoy spending time with a friend or family member seeing a movie, going out to
eat, shopping, or attending a sporting event or a play or musical. The activity
doesn't really matter as long as the end result of relieving stress is
achieved.

Though it may seem overwhelming at first, ensuring your
overall wellness can easily be attained through simple changes to your
lifestyle. Pick one thing to work on, such as making healthier food choices or
reducing stress, and work on that for awhile. Once you make your healthy
choices a regular habit you will be ready to work on another aspect of your
overall health and pretty soon you will be feeling great!

Monday, October 21, 2013

Divorce can be a great next step for a couple when staying
married is no longer an option. Following divorce, both people in the marriage
can move on with their lives and discover who they are and what they really want.
It can be a new beginning.

But when there are children involved in the divorce things
can be a little bit more complicated. Here are five ways that parents can help
their children cope with divorce.

Tell them you love them

It is essential when parents are getting divorced for them
to reassure their children often that they love them. They can also explain
that though their parents will no longer be married and may not love each other
anymore, they will never stop loving them. Parents can also tell their children
how important they are to them and that they want them to be happy.

Discuss changes together

Many things may be changing for the children when their
parents are getting divorced. They may be moving, changing schools, having to
make new friends, being watched over by new people, and seeing one parent less
than they may be used to seeing them. It is a good idea for parents to take the
time to sit down with their children and discuss the changes that will be
happening and why. This way there will be less surprises for the children to
deal with. Even if the changes are hard, at least they will be aware of them
and can do more to prepare themselves.

Tell the truth

It is important for each parent to tell their children the
truth about why they are getting divorced. Parents can tailor the explanation
to the age of the child. Something simple, such as, "we don't get along
anymore" can be a sufficient explanation for younger children who do not
need a long-winded explanation.

Older children may want a more detailed explanation. It is
ok to tell older children a more detailed version of the reason their parents
are getting divorced. But parents should remember not to talk negatively about their
ex-spouse in the process. Explaining the facts is enough even if the child wants
to talk about it more than once.

Let them talk

Children will have a lot of thoughts and feelings about
their parents getting divorced. Parents should allow their children to talk to
them about what is going on and about how they are feeling about all of it.
During these conversations the job of the parents is mainly just to listen. If
it seems like the child needs advice or help and asks for it then the parent
can offer some advice.

Maintain structure

As much as possible, it is best to maintain structure for
the children during and soon after a divorce. Children should have the same
bedtime routines and bed time. They should also have the same meal times and if
they are participating in any activities such as sports or lessons, they should
continue to participate in them. This way the child will feel like some of
their world is maintaining stability even though much is changing.

Preheat
oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars.
Add eggs and vanilla and mix well. Stir in pumpkin. In a medium bowl,
sift together the baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, salt
and flour. Add to pumpkin mixture and mix well. Drop by heaping
tablespoons onto a lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes.

To
make frosting: In a medium saucepan, combine butter, cream, and brown
sugar over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture just
begins to boil; remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Cool then stir in
confectioner’s sugar. Spread frosting over cooled cookies.

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Going on a hike in the fall is a great way to enjoy the
cooler autumn weather and see the changing leaves up close. There are many different trails in Ogden and
even a family with little children can enjoy a short hike to see the red,
orange, and yellow leaves and enjoy a view of the Ogden valley. On the hike,
younger kids might enjoy collecting the colorful leaves. Here is a great link for more information on Ogden hiking trails http://www.utah.com/ogden/hiking_trails.htm.

Visit a Pumpkin Patch

Visiting a pumpkin patch can be such a fun tradition for the
whole family to do each autumn. No matter what age your children (or
grandchildren) are, there will be something for them to enjoy at a pumpkin
patch. You will usually find at least one corn maze, a hay ride to pick your
own pumpkin, a courtyard with activities such as pig races, slides, and a
bonfire, and even a haunted house.

Rake Leaves

The best way to make work not seem like work is to turn it
into a fun activity. And while raking leaves can be time consuming and labor
intensive, having the kids help you can turn it into a fun fall family activity!
Many young kids love to help out with yard work when they have their own
tools.You can purchase small plastic
rakes at Wal-Mart or Target and the kids can help to make a leaf pile perfect
for jumping in.

Make Caramel Apples

Yum! Caramel apples are delicious and very simple to make.
There are many caramel apple recipesavailable online. Many of these recipes require
only apples, sticks, caramel candies, and milk. And there are many options to add to a regular
caramel apple such as melted white or milk chocolate, crushed cookies, or
evensprinkles.

Carve Pumpkins

Carving pumpkins is a lot of fun. There are many different
designs to choose from. You can chooseto carve a simple smile faced pumpkin free hand or get really elaborate
and print off a pumpkin carving template that you find online to carve a very intricate
design. Of course this activity is safest for older children and adults. But
the little ones can help scoop out the inside of the pumpkin and enjoy the
finish product.

Throw a Halloween Party

If you are really ambitious, throwing a Halloween party can
be a lot of fun. The party can be geared toward children, families, or you
could throw one for adults only. There are so many fun Halloween activities for
parties such as bobbing for apples, donuts on a string, pin the face on the
pumpkin, and a Halloween themed piñata. There are also a lot of creative ideas forHalloween party foodavailable online (think green, orange, and red food!) to
help make the party extra special.

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Ammon is the sole member/manager of Ammon Nelson Law, PLLC. He has a background in a variety of legal fields, including divorce, custody, estate planning, business law (both transactions and litigation), and general litigation. Ammon attended Weber State University for his undergraduate work and later graduated with honors from the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law.

Ammon received a Pro Bono Certificate for completing fifty hours of legal work for Utah Legal Services during law school by representing victims of domestic violence in Utah State Court. He was also a Senior Associate at the University Venture Fund, an 18 million dollar fund where he reviewed and analyzed the documents for complex venture capital transactions, performed business and legal due diligence, and tracked the progress of a multi-million dollar portfolio company. Ammon received a CALI Award in his New Ventures class which dealt primarily with legal contract strategy in complex business and intellectual property transactions.

Ammon is on the board of the Weber/Davis Estate Planning Council and is licensed to represent clients in Utah State Court, Utah Federal District Court, Small Claims Court, Bankruptcy Court, and Justice Court.

Prior to forming Ammon Nelson Law, PLLC, Ammon was an associate attorney at Burton Law Firm and a law clerk at Smith Knowles in Ogden, Utah and Martin, Shudt, Wallace, DiLorenzo, and Johnson in New York. At each of these firms Ammon provided legal services in the areas of divorce, custody, personal injury, contract, real estate, estate planning, probate, and a variety of other legal areas.

When Ammon is not helping others with their legal matters, he enjoys spending time with the most important people in his life, his wife and kids. He also enjoys playing basketball, golf, and tennis, and traveling.